NAMB Podcast

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields kick off NAMB Technology Month with special guests Mike Farrell, NAMB President-Elect, and Steven Scott, NAMB Director & Technology Chair. Technology continues to transform the mortgage industry, and this episode sets the stage for an exciting month featuring NAMB's Technology Partners. Mike and Steven discuss why embracin...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , host Ginger Bell sits down with Don Chiesa, Vice President of the Western Division at Newrez Wholesale, to discuss the opportunities available in today’s mortgage market through specialized lending solutions and strategic broker partnerships. Don shares how Newrez Wholesale is helping mortgage professionals expand their business by offering innovative loan pro...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell sits down with Emenyo Segbefia, Director of Business Development at Chenoa Fund, to discuss how mortgage professionals can help expand homeownership opportunities through education, partnerships, and down payment assistance programs. Emenyo shares how Chenoa Fund is helping borrowers across the country achieve the dream of homeownership while a...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Taylor Rogers, Branch Manager at Revolution Mortgage, to talk about one of the most valuable skills in the mortgage industry: building relationships through connection and service. Taylor shares how becoming a true connector can help mortgage professionals grow their business, strengthen referral partnerships, an...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mark Boleky, Senior Vice President of Wholesale Production at Plaza Home Mortgage, to break down one of the most talked-about (and often misunderstood) areas in lending, condo financing. Plaza Home Mortgage, a trusted industry partner, brings deep expertise when it comes to navigating condo approvals, project eli...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Richard Quintero, President of The Lender AI , and Andre Nieuwendam, SVP of Technology at The Lender AI , to talk about how AI is changing the way mortgage professionals serve clients and grow their business. The Lender AI, a proud NAMB Industry Partner , is focused on solving real challenges for today’s loan of...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sat down with Marvin Hudson, Director on the NAMB Board and Georgia Chair, to recap NAMB’s Advocacy Day and the full three-day experience on Capitol Hill. Marvin shared what took place throughout the event—from the preparation and collaboration with fellow mortgage professionals to walking the halls of Congress and meeting dir...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Steven Cooley, Founder of Mortgage Advisor Tools, to talk about how technology is transforming the way mortgage professionals work and win in today’s market. Mortgage Advisor Tools is designed to solve real problems for loan officers—helping them better connect with clients, streamline their process, and stay com...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Elizabeth Rychlinski, Senior Director of Product Solutions at the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS), to break down one of the most important parts of your mortgage career—staying licensed and compliant. Elizabeth shares key updates released in April that impact how mortgage professionals manage their li...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Linda McCoy, Past President of NAMB and founder of NAMB Inspire, to spotlight one of the most powerful communities in the mortgage industry today. NAMB Inspire is more than just a monthly call—it’s a thriving women’s community within NAMB that is helping mortgage professionals connect, grow, and lead. Founded by...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mike Farrell, NAMB President-Elect, to talk about an exciting movement happening across the country—bringing state mortgage associations back to life. NAMB is actively working to rebuild and strengthen state-level associations, creating more opportunities for mortgage professionals to connect, grow, and have a st...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields take a step back to reflect on the power of relationships, community, and what makes the mortgage industry so rewarding. Ginger and Matt share a personal conversation about their journey with the podcast, the incredible people they’ve met, and why connection is at the heart of long-term success in this business. Many mortgage...

In this engaging episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell sit down with Frank Garay, of the L oan Officer Breakfast Club , to talk about the power of consistency, community, and showing up every single day in the mortgage business. Many loan officers struggle with staying motivated and connected, especially in a shifting market. As Frank explains, success doesn’t come from big moments, but fr...

In this powerful episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mark O'Neil, Senior Vice President at Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage, to talk about how reverse mortgages can become a powerful tool for mortgage professionals. Many loan officers overlook reverse mortgages because they seem complicated or unfamiliar. But as Mark explains, they can open the door to new...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Pouria Moalemian, Founder of MLO Branding Academy, to talk about how mortgage professionals can build a personal brand that creates trust, authority, and long-term business growth. In today’s mortgage market, loan officers are competing everywhere on rate, on service, and online. But Pouria shares a simple truth:...

In this episode, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Marvin Hudson, NAMB Government Affairs (GA) Chair, and Lauren Patterson, NAMB Government Affairs (GA) Vice-Chair of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB). Government Affairs may sound like something that happens behind the scenes, but it directly impacts your business every single day. Marvin and Lauren explain how adv...

In this impactful episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Chelsea Gardner, Founder of Fully Aligned Marketing, to talk about how mortgage professionals can create marketing that actually connects and converts. In today’s market, many loan officers and brokers feel stuck. They are posting content, running ads, and trying new ideas—but not seeing results. The r...

In this timely episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Bochen Wang, CEO of Zietro, to talk about the systems mortgage brokers need to stay efficient, competitive, and relationship-driven in today’s fast-moving market. Mortgage professionals are juggling more than ever—borrower expectations, compliance, speed, and consistency. The real question isn’t just about...

In this timely episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Marvin Hudson and Lauren Patterson , NAMB Board Directors and leaders of NAMB’s Government Affairs Committee, to break down the upcoming Trigger Lead implementation going into effect March 5, 2026 . For years, mortgage professionals have raised concerns about consumers being bombarded by unwanted calls af...

What does winning an X Games medal have to do with building a real estate empire? More than you’d think! This episode of The NAMB Podcast features an inspiring conversation with Dan Brisse, two-time X Games Real Snow gold medalist, two-time silver medalist, and now Managing Partner at Granite Towers Equity Group. Dan joins Co-Hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields to share how he went from fearless pr...

This episode of The NAMB Podcast is packed with value for mortgage professionals looking to offer smarter solutions to their borrowers. Hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Megan Strzala, Senior Account Executive at REMN Wholesale, to talk about tools, scenarios, and strategies that help brokers stand out. Megan shares how she supports her brokers beyond the basics, giving them real-wo...

This episode of The NAMB Podcast is all about taking action. Hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Jeff Parry , Treasurer and Board Member of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) , to talk about leadership, service, and making an impact in the mortgage industry. Jeff shares how getting involved changed his life and why stepping up can change yours too. From building conne...

In this powerhouse episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Jeff Leinan, Co President of Plaza Home Mortgage, to unlock the keys to driving the mortgage industry forward by investing in people, purpose, and progress. Jeff shares how Plaza Home Mortgage is creating massive impact by supporting every role in the mortgage space — from account executives and underw...

In this episode of the NAMB Podcast, hosts, Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Paul Jones, Senior Vice President of Correspondent Lending at Logan Finance, to dive into the full spectrum of non-QM lending solutions. From wholesale to correspondent, commercial broker channels to their new delegated platform—Logan Finance offers unmatched flexibility for mortgage professionals looking to gro...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Marvin Hudson, NAMB Board Director and Government Affairs Chair, and Lauren Patterson, NAMB Board Director and Past Government Affairs Chair, to break down the latest in mortgage industry advocacy and how professionals can take action. Marvin and Lauren share insights from Capitol Hill, offer strategies to help m...